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Trip Highlights

Country

Nepal

Duration

21 Days

Max. Altitude

20305 ft./ 6189 m.

Group Size

1-15 People

Grade

Adventurous

Best Season

Mar to May / Sep to Dec

Accommodation

Hotel / Lodge / Camp

Transportation

Flight / Private Vehicle

Island Peak at an elevation of 6174 m lies in the Khumbu region amidst the World’s highest snow capped giants. Island peak climbing has gained so much popularity in the recent years as the climb is physically demanding but relatively less technical. If you are a physically fit trekker and have the aspiration of conquering the summit of the Himalayas challenging the altitude and your physical abilities, Island Peak climbing is the best option for you. Island peak climbing provides a wholesome experience in the Khumbu region as your summit journey incorporates the trek to the foot of Highest Peak i.e. Everest Base camp, and Kalapatthar, which is the ultimate vantage point to have a close up view of Everest, Nuptse, Lhotse and various other colossal mountains.

After the sightseeing tour in the various ancient cultural Heritage sites in Kathmandu, an early morning flight from the domestic airport in Kathmandu takes us all the way to Luka, popularly known as Gateway to Everest. From there we start our trekking journey walking through various small settlements of local Sherpas, who carry the legacy of mountaineering profession. We walk via Namche-Tengboche-Dingboche-EBC-Kalapatter following the footsteps of Sir Edmund Hillary and Tensing Norgay on their quest to Everest summit. We reach Everest base camp and Kalapattar and return to Dingboche, and from there via Chuukung we deviate to Imja Valley where the Island Peak nestles. After conquering the summit of Island Peak we return via same route.

Global Holidays Adventure boasts of the high quality service and wisely designed packaged trip to Island Peak climbing. We have been operating successful Island Peak Climbing since a decade back. What make us different are the hassle free quality service we offer to our clients, the wisely designed itineraries providing enough acclimatization days ensuring the proper health condition of the climbers and, above all, our highly successful and experienced Sherpa Guides, who have the guts and wits to face and tackle the various contingencies that may arise in the Himalayan region. Your safety is the prime concern of Global Holidays Adventure.

Itinerary

You can always customize this itinerary as per your preference.

1

Day

Arrive at Kathmandu.You will be welcomed by our staff standing with your name-card in the airport arrival terminal and transferred to your hotel by the private vehicle. Small meeting about the trip in the evening.

Hotel (Breakfast Included)
| Private Vehicle

2

Day

Trek preparation & shopping.After your breakfast you will be introduced to the trekking guides and helpers. You will also have enough time to buy trekking equipments if you need any.

Hotel (Breakfast Included)
| Private Vehicle

3

Day

Fly to Lukla and trek to Phakding (2652m).Early morning transfer to airport for Lukla flight. The flight into Lukla is a lifetime experience in itself. The airfield is at high elevation and the runway is mere 60 meter long! Trek to Phakding walking along green landscapes & view of Kusum Kangraru.

4

Day

Trek to Namche Bazaar (3440m), 5/6 hrs walk.

Today you will follow the Dudhkoshi river along the trail with alpine forest then you will pass Lorche Dovan Suspension bridge and arrive at namche bazzar. Namche is a historical town of Nepalese and Tibetan traders where they exchanged salt, meat and textiles. Now Namche is a Modren town where you will get internet cafes and varities of local shops. You will stay 2 Nights in Namche for acclimatization.

Guesthouse (Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner Included)

5

Day

Acclimatization Day in Namche.This day is reserved for acclimatization and a very slow ascent into the thin air. After breakfast you will start to ascend towards Khumjung. The trail ascends above Namche Bazar and passes through Syangboche (3720m) – this is where the local airport is located. From a hill top above the airport, you will get your first view of Tangboche Peak (6367m), Lhotse Peak (8414m) and Ama Dablam (6856m). On arrival at Khumjung (3780m), you could visit the Hillary School before stopping for lunch at one of the tea houses - the walk takes about 3 hours. After lunch you will continue ascending the foot path to Khunde (3840m), here you could visit the local hospital before the 2 hour ascend back to Namche Bazar. This day is physically demanding at times and you should be prepared as the weather is very unpredictable. Namche Bazaar is known as the gateway of the Everest Region, visit the local museum where you can see the traditional custom of the Sherpa peoples. You will spend a second night in Namche.

Guesthouse (Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner Included)

6

Day

Trek to Tengboche (3860m), 5/6 hrs walk.The flat and easy trail leads towards the view of Mt. Everest, then descends deep into the Dudh Kosi Valley at Pungki Thanka; from here it ascends the right flank of the Dudh Kosi valley to Tengboche Monastery (3860m). It is the spiritual center of the Khumbu; the climb is long, but more than adequately compensated by views of Mt. Amadablam and on a clear day, views of Mt. Everest and its surrounding peaks.

Guesthouse (Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner Included)

7

Day

Trek to Dingboche (4410m) 4/5 hrs walk.Descend through a beautiful forest then cross the Imja Khola and trek through the village of Pangboche (3900m); This day is probably the most interesting trekking day because you will not lose altitude like on other days and you will enjoy views of Mt. Amadablam, Mt. Lhotse & other peaks; the route continues through pastures to Dingboche, known as the 'summer valley'.

Guesthouse (Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner Included)

8

Day

Second acclimatization day.Today is your second acclimatization day where you will hike to about 6 hours of to an altitude of 5100m. You will ascend Nagerjun (5100m), a hill located on the flanks of the Chhukung valley directly above Dingboche village. You will climb high altitide during the day and sleep at the low elevation during the night. During the hiking there are good views of Lobuche East (6119m), Lobuche West (6145m), Taboche Peak (6367m), Thamserku (6608m), Kangtega (6685m) and Ama Dablam (6856m). Also you will see the world fifth mountain Mt. Makalu from the top.

Guesthouse (Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner Included)

9

Day

Trek to Lobuche (4910m), 5/6 hrs walk.Trek along a broad valley floor to Dughla, passing the Trekkers Aid Post at Pheriche (4240 m), staffed by western volunteer doctors and supported by the Himalayan Rescue Association which offers treatment and consultation to trekkers. We continue up the valley, gaining altitude. Come out of the valley to descend to the yak pastures of Lobuche (4910m).

Guesthouse (Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner Included)

10

Day

Trek to Everest Base Camp (5160m), then return to Gorakshep, 5/6 hrs walk.After a short climb through meadows, look down on the Khumbu Glacier. Straight ahead is Kalapattar - the best vantage point to view the entire south face of Mt. Everest and the surrounding peaks. After couple of hours we will reach Gorakshep, and continue our journey to Everest Base camp. There is not much elevation gain, but there are a lot of ups and downs and, combined with altitude, this can be a tiring portion- but the journey is worth it. After approximately 3 hrs of hiking you will arrive at Base Camp and enjoy views of the Khumbu Glacier and icefall, where Everest expeditions begin.

Guesthouse (Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner Included)

11

Day

Hiking to Kalapattar (5545m) and trek down Dingboche, 6/7 walk.The day starts with a hike up to Kalapattar (5545m), the best viewpoint to witness Mt. Everest and the spectacular Himalayan range. Then trek back to Gorekshep for hot breakfast and then descend to Dingboche.

Guesthouse (Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner Included)

12

Day

Trek from Dingboche to Chhukung (4730m/15,518ft) 3hrs.From Lobuche we take a slightly different route down to Dingboche. Then we slightly ascend into the Chukkung Valley.

Guesthouse (Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner Included)

13

Day

Trek from Chhukung to Island Peak base camp (5087m/16,690ft)From Chukkung we make a leisurely start following the Imja Valley with great views of Ama Dablam dominating the skyline and follow the moraines that flow from Lhotse (8501meters) towards the sand flats at Pareshaya Gyab. It is only a short distance from here to Base Camp, which we will reach in the mid-afternoon. Today is only 4 hours walking as we are becoming acclimatized to the thinning of air, from today the accommodation will be tented camp for next two days and you will be having camp food cooked by our professional cook.

Tent Camp (Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner Included)

14

Day

Climb Island Peak (6165m/20,226) and back to base Camp, 15hrs.Today is you most important day that you are going to do your final destination summit to Island Peak(6187m). Crossing the gully above the camp the trail makes a climb for another hour to a narrow ridge, leading on to the glacier. Here it is time to rope-up and put on our crampons as the most interesting part of the climb begins with the glacier crossing. This is followed by the steep snow slope that leads onto the summit ridge. This ridge is wonderfully airy and on reaching the summit we have stunning close-up views of the south face of Lhotse looming over us whilst in the other direction, there are more dramatic mountain views. We descend along the same route, down to base camp.

Tent Camp (Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner Included)

15

Day

Spare day in case of contingencies during the summit day.There is no such guarantee that we can get quite a favorable weather on our planned day for the summit (day 13), so this day is used as a contingency in case if we are unable to summit the Island on day 13 due to bad weather condition or some other reasons. If weather became exceptionally unfavorable we wisely have to postpone the program of summiting the peak on day 13 for toady (Day 14). Sometimes somebody in the group may get some problems in acclimatizing well enough to make the ascent; the day can be used in that condition too. If the trip goes smoothly, we do not need this spare day.

Tent Camp (Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner Included)

16

Day

Trek from Island Peak base camp to Pangboche(3985m/13,074ft) 6hrs.Leaving the mountains behind us our descent takes us through various towns of Dingboche, Orsho, Shomare and Lower Pangboche to reach the suspension bridge over the Imja Khola River to ascend gradually through Debuche and then to Pangboche.

Guesthouse (Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner Included)

17

Day

Trek from Pangboche to Namche Bazaar (3440m/11,286ft) 05hrs.From Pangboche we descend steeply through beautiful forest of juniper, rhododendron and fir to Phunkitenga. After a welcome break and perhaps a cup of tea we cross the Dudh Kosi River and ascend to Trashinga. From here the trail contours high above the valley through to Shanasa, where we have the option of visiting Kunde and Khumjung villages before returning to Namche Bazaar - our stop for the night.

Guesthouse (Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner Included)

18

Day

Trek from Namche Bazaar to Lukla(2840m/9,317ft) 7hrs.This is our last day of trekking, finally we return to Lukla where the trek began, which will seem like a lifetime ago. Enjoying time to reflect on the trek as a group and the personal achievement of all those who took part. In the afternoon is free to wander around, relax or perhaps enjoy a hot shower! In the evening we enjoy a farewell dinner, followed by a few celebratory drinks and dancing with our Sherpa companions.

Guesthouse (Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner Included)

19

Day

Early in the morning fly from Lukla to Kathmandu, which takes about 35 minutes transfer to hotel. Leisure and shopping day in Kathmandu.Early in the morning you will return to Kathmandu from Lukla in a 35 minutes flight. Give a last view to the Himalayan region, somewhere in the middle lies the beautiful peak whose summit you conquered. Rest of the time you can relax in your Hotel of walk around the Thamel streets buying souvenirs for your friends and relatives.

&nbsp;Hotel&nbsp;(Breakfast Included)

20

Day

Explore and shopping in Kathmandu. Farewell-Celebration dinner with cultural program in the evening. In the day time, you will enjoy a guided tour to various culturally significant Heritage sites enlisted by UNESCO. You will visit the popular Swayambhunath (Monkey temple) and Bauddhanath Stupa, two of the biggest Stupas in the World. Along with that you visit the holy PashupatiNath Temple, where you will the witness the Hindu cremation ceremony. You will also enjoy the several medieval cities and Palaces in the Kathmandu Valley. There will a farewell dinner party in one of the typical Nepali restaurants with cultural programming.

Hotel&nbsp;(Breakfast Included)

21

Day

Transfer to the airport for final departure or alternatively join other activities.Global Holidays Adventure representative will transfer you to the Airport for your Final Departure.

Hence, Island Peak Climbing ends.

Day 1: Pick up at international airport in Kathmandu and transfer to hotel.

Day 20: Leisure day shopping in Kathmandu. Fair well celebration dinner with culture program in the Evening.

Day 21: Transfer to the airport for final departure.

Cost Details

"So What you are paying For?"

We would like to explain to you. We are a local company providing world-wide travelers with internationally qualified services. We provide you with the lowest cost possible for fully inclusive trips that have no hidden fees. We guarantee your safety, satisfaction, and long-lasting memories of your experience.

Any others expenses which are not mentioned on 'Price Includes' section.

Required Equipments

This is a guideline to help what equipment are necessary for trekking and peak climbing. Normally personal equipment and items are individual choice but the most important face that one should have enough gears to tackle the weather in Himalaya.

During the trek heavy items will be carried by our porters or yaks. And the personal belongings which you need for daily or frequent purposes like money, water bottle, rain gear, camera, sun-cream and toilet paper etc. are to be carried by yourself in the backpack. We will provide complimentary water proof duffel bag which you can use during the trek and is carried by porters. You can leave your non trekking items at the hotel or in our office and collect them after the trek.

Flowing gear list gives you some ideas that you can bring for the successful climbing.